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New Hampshire Lottery

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Current guide to New Hampshire (NH) lottery results, game schedules, odds, and prize-claim rules.

  • Live results and jackpot amounts updated after every draw
  • Complete claiming, tax, and anonymity guides for New Hampshire
  • Odds breakdowns and analysis tools for every game

Latest New Hampshire Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

View the most recent winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots for all New Hampshire lottery games.

Pick 3 Day

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$500
4
4
5

Pick 3 Evening

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$500
0
4
2

Pick 4 Day

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$5K
6
0
0
5

Pick 4 Evening

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$5K
5
2
9
3

Source: Official New Hampshire Lottery. Results verified after each drawing.

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State Lottery Information

What Should You Know About the New Hampshire Lottery?

New Hampshire's lottery has been operating since 1964, offering residents two draw games including Pick 3 and Pick 4. Beyond draw games, the state provides an extensive selection of scratch-off tickets for instant-win opportunities. It's a straightforward way locals can participate in lottery gaming throughout the state.

What matters most

  • Established: 1964
  • Minimum age: 18+
  • Official online play: Offered
  • Draw games: 2
Where proceeds go

New Hampshire lottery proceeds go directly to the state's General Fund, which supports education, infrastructure, and various state programs. A significant portion funds the Education Trust Fund, helping schools across the state while also contributing to transportation projects and other essential services. This means every ticket sold helps keep New Hampshire's communities running stronger.

New Hampshire Lottery Overview

Established
1964
Minimum age
18+
Official online play
Offered
Draw games
2
Scratchers
Available

This page covers buying rules, results verification, privacy guidance, claim procedures, and tax planning for New Hampshire players.

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Purchase Guide

How Do You Buy New Hampshire Lottery Tickets?

Purchase New Hampshire lottery tickets at authorized retailers across the state. Choose your numbers, check game-specific cutoff times, and play responsibly.

Purchase steps

How to buy

  1. 01

    Choose an authorized retailer

    Buy tickets only from licensed lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard Arizona ticket-buying flow.

  2. 02

    Use the retailer’s accepted payment method

    Authorized retailers commonly accept cash, debit cards, and credit cards, though payment options can still vary by location.

  3. 03

    Buy before the game-specific cutoff

    Around 10:00 PM, with exact cutoff times varying by game and drawing.

Know before you buy
  • Check the schedule for the specific game you want to play. Not every game uses the same cutoff time.
  • Keep the ticket flat and readable, and sign it after purchase if you want to protect ownership before claiming.
  • Use official lottery digital tools for results, ticket scanning, and retailer lookup, not for purchases unless the state lottery explicitly offers online play.

New Hampshire ticket purchase rules

Payment policy
Cash and cards are broadly supported, though store rules can still vary.
Sunday sales
Sunday ticket sales are available, but exact retail availability can still vary by game and location.
Typical cutoff
Around 10:00 PM on draw nights
Official tools

NH Lottery is best for ticket scanning, results, and retailer lookup.

Visit official app or site →
Check Your Tickets

Check New Hampshire Lottery Results Instantly

Find the latest winning numbers in the results table above, or use our ticket checker to see if you've won. Results are updated shortly after drawings are posted on the official website.

Verification guide

How to verify a ticket

Use our ticket checker

Start here for a quick self-check. Compare the latest New Hampshire winning numbers and test a ticket without leaving the page.

Use official lottery tools

Use NH Lottery or the official website for scans, posted numbers, claim instructions, and final confirmation.

Verify at a retailer

An authorized New Hampshire retailer can scan your ticket on an official terminal before you begin a claim.

Before you claim a possible winner

Always confirm a winning ticket with an authorized retailer or the official New Hampshire lottery before you begin a prize claim. Published results help you check numbers quickly, but the official lottery remains the final authority.

Ticket Checker

Quick Ticket Checker

Official New Hampshire verification resources

Official website

Posted numbers, claim forms, game notices, and official instructions.

NH Lottery

Scan tickets, check results, and access official account or retailer tools on mobile.

Retailer terminal

Use an authorized retailer for an in-store terminal scan before claiming a prize.

Privacy Rules

Can Lottery Winners Stay Anonymous in New Hampshire?

Learn about your privacy options and legal requirements if you win the lottery in New Hampshire. Understand whether you can remain anonymous and what steps you can take to protect your identity.

Privacy status

Winners Must Be Publicly Identified

Public disclosure

New Hampshire generally requires lottery winners to be publicly identified. Your name, city, and prize amount may be disclosed as part of public records or lottery announcements.

Claiming through a trust or LLC

Allowed
New Hampshire allows entity claims: A legally formed trust or LLC can be used when it meets the lottery's claim requirements. Complete the entity setup before you sign or submit the winning ticket.

Entity claiming needs to be planned before the claim starts. Work with counsel before signing or submitting the ticket if you intend to claim through an approved structure.

Detailed disclosure rules

New Hampshire's pretty strict about this one. Winners can't hide their identity, period. Your name becomes public record when you claim a lottery prize, and that's non-negotiable under state law. But here's the workaround that many winners use successfully. You can claim your prize through a trust or LLC instead of personally stepping forward. This lets you maintain privacy while still collecting your winnings legally. The entity itself gets named publicly, not necessarily you as the individual behind it. Why does this matter? Going public attracts solicitors, scammers, and long-lost relatives who suddenly remember you exist. Using a trust structure creates distance between your personal identity and the prize claim, which protects your everyday life considerably. The catch is you'll still need to file taxes on your real name eventually. The IRS knows who actually won. But at least you're not splashed across local news as the fresh lottery millionaire living down the street.

Before you claim

Protect your privacy before you claim

Protect your identity

  • Set up an LLC or trust to claim your prize, reducing personal exposure despite public disclosure requirements.
  • Hire a financial advisor and attorney before claiming anything, they'll shield your identity from opportunistic contacts.
  • Keep your win completely quiet from extended family, coworkers, and acquaintances until you've secured professional representation.
  • Change your phone number and email after winning, then use a new contact info for lottery communications only.
  • Avoid posting on social media entirely for at least six months, even vague references about sudden changes invite scrutiny.

Decisions to make before claiming

  • Whether you want to elect any confidentiality option available for the prize amount.
  • Whether legal, tax, or appointment planning should happen before you submit claim paperwork.
  • Which prize details may still be disclosed even if your name stays confidential.
Prize Claiming

How Do You Claim a New Hampshire Lottery Prize?

New Hampshire prizes usually must be claimed within 365 days. Your prize amount determines whether the claim starts at a retailer, by mail, or with the lottery office.

Prize threshold ladder

Start here. Your prize amount determines where the claim begins and whether mail handling is possible.

365 days to claim in most cases

Retailer claim

Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.

Authorized retailer

Fastest route for smaller prizes

$599 or less

Office claim

Prizes above the retailer limit are handled by the lottery or through mail claims.

Lottery office or mail

Mail claims may be available

$600+
Claim process

How to complete the claim

01

Sign the ticket

Sign the back of the ticket as soon as possible so you can establish ownership before beginning the claim.

02

Confirm the winner

Check the numbers again using the official lottery tools or a retailer scan before you complete any claim paperwork.

03

Match the prize to the claim method

Use the prize threshold ladder below to decide whether the claim belongs at a retailer, by mail, or at a lottery office.

04

Prepare documents

Gather the signed ticket, identification, and any claim form or tax information required for the prize amount.

Claim deadline

Most prizes must be claimed within 365 days. Once that deadline passes, the ticket is no longer valid for payment.

Required documents

  • Valid government-issued ID
  • Signed winning lottery ticket
  • Social Security Number
  • Completed lottery claim form
  • Proof of residency (if required)

What happens to unclaimed prizes?

When nobody claims a New Hampshire lottery prize, here's what happens: the money gets redirected to the state's general fund, which typically supports education and various public programs. It's basically free money for the state. Prize claims have a pretty generous window though—winners get up to a year to collect their winnings before that cash shifts into the public coffers.

Tax Planning

What taxes apply to New Hampshire Lottery winnings, and how do they affect your take-home pay?

Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and New Hampshire applies 0% state tax where required. Use this section to understand what gets withheld, how payout choice affects taxes, and when to use the calculator for a personalized estimate.

What gets withheld

The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000. New Hampshire also applies a 0% state rate where required.

Why withholding is not the final bill

Withholding is only an initial payment toward your eventual tax liability. Your total income, filing situation, and local rules can all push the real outcome higher or lower.

How taxes change your take-home pay

  • Federal withholding is just the starting point, so final tax owed can still change after you file.
  • Lump sum and annuity choices can lead to very different annual tax planning decisions.
  • Large wins can change your bracket, affect estimated payments, and make professional advice more valuable.
Free Calculator

Estimate Your Take-Home

When you want a personalized estimate, use the calculator to compare lump sum and annuity outcomes with federal, state, and local tax detail where applicable.

  • Current federal and state tax rates
  • Lump sum vs annuity comparison
  • Detailed tax breakdown
  • Instant calculations
Calculate New Hampshire Taxes
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Explore Hot & Cold Number Trends for New Hampshire

Go deeper once you have checked the basics. See which numbers are appearing most frequently, which ones are running cold, and how recent draw history looks across New Hampshire games.

Hot numbers appearing most frequently
Cold numbers that are overdue
Complete frequency statistics

Number Analysis Preview

Hot Numbers
Most frequent
14
28
37
+7
Cold Numbers
Overdue
3
19
45
+7
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Multi-State Games Available in New Hampshire

New Hampshire participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, and other nationwide lottery games with jackpots reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. These games combine ticket sales from multiple states to create massive prize pools.

Powerball & Mega Millions access
Massive jackpots from combined pools
Complete results & analysis tools

Popular nationwide games

Powerball
Drawn Mon, Wed, Sat

Pick 5 numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26 for jackpots that start at $20 million.

Mega Millions
Drawn Tue, Fri

Pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-24 for jackpots that start at $50 million.

State-Matched Support

Relevant next steps for New Hampshire lottery users

These links stay focused on the same state intent, so the main lottery sections remain easy to follow.

FAQs

Common Questions About New Hampshire Lottery

Answers to common questions about New Hampshire lottery results, tools, and procedures, with Lottery Valley guidance and official source confirmation.

What's the quickest way to check New Hampshire lottery results?

The fastest way to check New Hampshire lottery results is right here on this page! We update winning numbers immediately after each drawing. Scroll to the results table above to see the latest numbers for all New Hampshire lottery games.

How do I get started playing the New Hampshire lottery?

Getting started with the New Hampshire lottery is easy! First, visit any authorized lottery retailer (look for the official lottery logo at convenience stores, gas stations, or grocery stores). Choose a game from New Hampshire's 2 available lottery games—beginners often start with daily draw games or smaller state games for better odds and more frequent drawings. Tell the retailer which game you want to play and either pick your own numbers or request a "Quick Pick" for randomly selected numbers. Tickets typically cost $1-$5 depending on the game. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). For help choosing which game is right for you, visit our complete games guide with detailed comparisons, odds, and selection advice for all New Hampshire lottery games.

What lottery games are available in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire currently offers 2 lottery games, including Pick 3 Day, Pick 4 Day. Each game has different odds, jackpot sizes, and drawing schedules. For detailed game comparisons, odds analysis, and help choosing the right game for you, visit our New Hampshire games overview page.

How do New Hampshire lottery taxes work?

New Hampshire lottery winnings are subject to both federal taxes (24% withholding on winnings over $5,000) and New Hampshire state taxes at a rate of 0%. Use our New Hampshire lottery tax calculator to instantly calculate your potential take-home amount after all taxes. The calculator factors in federal, state, and local taxes to give you an accurate estimate.

Where can I buy lottery tickets in New Hampshire?

Lottery tickets are available at thousands of authorized retailers throughout New Hampshire, including convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and liquor stores. Look for the official lottery logo at retailers. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). Check the drawing calendar for exact sales cutoff times for each New Hampshire lottery game.

When are New Hampshire lottery drawings held?

New Hampshire lottery games have different drawing schedules ranging from daily to weekly drawings. Many state-specific games draw multiple times per week. Use our New Hampshire Lottery Drawing Calendar to view the complete weekly drawing schedule for all New Hampshire lottery games, including exact times and sales cutoffs.

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Chance still decides outcomes

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Age, eligibility, and state rules vary

Eligibility, age limits, and online-play access vary by state and operator. Verify those rules before you act.

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